Virtues

Question 1

define virtue

Answer 1

A virtue is a habit of doing what is
good

Question 2

Define the term cardinal virtue

Answer 2

The cardinal virtues are four virtues of mind and character that is a foundation or basic to living.

Question 3

what are the cardinal virtues?

Answer 3

prudence, justice, fortitude & temperance

Question 4

prudence

Answer 4

enabling people to discern what is truly best for them in each particular situation in life, and to
choose the right means of achieving it.

Question 5

opposite of prudence

Answer 5

to make a choice without giving due thought to what is right in the situation and the best means to achieve it

Question 6

example of prudence

Answer 6

decides not to cheat

Question 7

fortitude

Answer 7

continuing to try to do what is right

Question 8

opposite of fortitude

Answer 8

weakness of character

Question 9

example of fortitude

Answer 9

capable of saying no to their friends who pressure them

Question 10

justice

Answer 10

that makes people willing to be fair in their dealings with God and with
others

Question 11

opposite of justice

Answer 11

‘injustice’, is when people neglect the rights of God and others

Question 12

example of justice

Answer 12

respecting the rights of others.

Question 13

temperance

Answer 13

moderation, governing our emotions and desires so that they do not lead us to excesses.

Question 14

opposite of temperance

Answer 14

lack of control over instincts and desires

Question 15

example of temperance

Answer 15

self - control